The serpent has been cursed throughout human existance since Satan took its form in the garden. We are to be cunning like a serpent while dealing with the world, just as Christ dealt with those who despised Him. We must also be willing to go out as a lamb into a world filled with wolves, with the realization that God will shepherd us.
Sermons
Paul’s Letter to the Philippians – Part 6
In the third chapter, Paul warned true church members not to follow those of ungodly character, who had confidence in the flesh and who worshipped their own belly. Paul called them dogs, evil workers and the mutilation. By contrast, even though Paul might have had every reason, strictly from a carnal standpoint, to be proud of his heritage, ethnic background, upbringing and education, he considered all of it worthless, so that he would attain the resurrection from the dead.
Syria in the Bible
Violence is erupting in Syria. Does the Bible tell us what the future holds for Syria, and where it is all leading?
Paul’s Letter to the Philippians – Part 5
Our righteous character development is an extremely important godly mandate, and Timothy and Epaphroditus are glowing examples in that regard.
Seek God Diligently
Throughout the entire year, we need to transform our
thinking and actions to be conformed to the spiritual expectations that God
requires of us. Seeking God involves constant effort in building our
understanding of the Truth and steady work in acting in accordance with it. By
doing so, we become eligible to receive the reward of eternal life made possible
by the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
This Day
How
did these Days begin—WHY are we here keeping the Feast of Unleavened Bread, and
what is the significance of this last day being a Holy Day, one of the seven
annual Sabbaths of God?
Building a Foundation on Lies
Lying has become pervasive in this world–to the point that lying can be thought of as “beneficial” in some circumstances. Lying originates with Satan, and taking part in any form of this sin is simply just that–a sin. God IS truth and its His example that we must follow, not that of the worlds.
The Footsteps of Christ
The importance of walking in the footsteps of Christ, using the fruit of the spirit as a guide to accomplish that task to ensure we are staying on track.
The Promise
God has promised–He has made unmistakably binding declarations
regarding what He will do! Furthermore, the Bible reveals that God’s promises
are fulfilled when He gives them. We need to understand how they apply to us and
what our responsibility is regarding the promises of God!
The Love of Many Will Grow Cold
It was prophesied that the love of many would grow cold and so it shouldn’t come as a surprise to true Christians when this happens. The Bible reveals that there are those who may kill, thinking that they do God service and that there would be wheat and tares in the church. As Jesus was betrayed and persecuted, Christians can expect no less.